Oklahoma City Thunder: 5 goals for Paul George in 2017-18

An unexpected trade to the Oklahoma City Thunder this summer provides Paul George an opportunity to compete for an NBA championship on one of the most talented teams in the league. Here are five goals for him in 2017-18.

The shift to the Oklahoma City Thunder has provided a renewed sense of hope for All-Star forward Paul George.

Instead of suffering through a lengthly rebuild in Indiana, a trade to the Thunder not only pairs George with league MVP and perennial All-Star Carmelo Anthony, but he is now employed by an organization ready to threaten the Warriors in the Western Conference.

Last season, George dragged the Pacers into the postseason by leading the team in points, scoring average, 3-point field goals made, steals and minutes played. For all of his contributions, Indiana finished one game above .500 and was promptly swept by the Cavaliers in the opening round of the 2017 playoffs.

Now with the Thunder, George is part of the most talented roster he has ever played for during his seven-year career in the NBA.

Westbrook, Anthony and George had grown accustomed to their teams cratering anytime they sat on the bench, but now Oklahoma City has the luxury of staggering their minutes, ensuring a capable offensive threat is on the court for each minute of game play.

At the conclusion of his first preseason run with the Thunder, George instantly proved he could thrive with a new team. George led his team in minutes, points (20.3), rebounds (6.8) and steals per game (2.8).

George is in line to provide major contributions, only this year it will be for an organization with a legitimate chance to compete for a championship. Here are five goals for George as the 2017-18 regular season approaches.